Category Archives: Volunteers

Hitting the Bullseye. On Preparation.

Posted on April 22, 2018 by

At breakfast in a hotel lobby not long ago, I watched a CEO, a sales director, and a project manager talk through the day ahead over oatmeal and watery coffee. Traveling alone most of the time, I am always interested … Continue reading →

Posted in Board Development, Fundraising, Leadership, Philanthropy, Volunteers | 2 Comments

Be the Asker. Seek the Connector.

Posted on April 21, 2017 by

Among the many daily challenges for the modern Development department is the care and feeding of fundraising volunteers. “Challenge”, though, does not even begin to describe the difficulty in recruiting, training, tasking, and stewarding the precious few souls willing and … Continue reading →

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Practical Dating and Tax Advice for the Young Fellows.

Posted on February 9, 2015 by

Despite my best intentions, thoughtful consideration, emotional IQ, and diverse network I am a lousy matchmaker. The few times I’ve introduced people have generally led to a, “What were you thinking, setting me up with someone who hasn’t been to … Continue reading →

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On Giving and Getting

Posted on October 9, 2013 by

I serve on the board of a young performing arts organization that Can, the Indianapolis Fringe. Now in our 9th year we’ve done amazing things, including purchasing our own building while rapidly growing our August Festival year after year. We … Continue reading →

Posted in Fundraising, Performing Arts, Philanthropy, Volunteers | 6 Comments